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Smithtown Opens Cooling Center Amid Scorching Heatwave

6/25/2025

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In Smithtown, NY, a cooling center has opened its doors, and local pools, beaches, and water parks are extending their hours to combat a scorching heatwave lasting until Wednesday. Supervisor Ed Wehrheim stresses the urgency of this initiative, particularly for those most at risk, as temperatures could soar to a sweltering 103 degrees.

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In Smithtown, NY, a cooling center has opened its doors, and local pools, beaches, and water parks are extending their hours to combat a scorching heatwave lasting until Wednesday. Supervisor Ed Wehrheim stresses the urgency of this initiative, particularly for those most at risk, as temperatures could soar to a sweltering 103 degrees.